Course Title: Algebra
1 Grade: 8
Unit: Factoring
Polynomials
Month Presented: April-May Unit Length(weeks):
3.5
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Essential Question (s): Do I know
how to check my factors? Why is
factoring a useful algebraic technique? Can I
re-organize the given information in a problem in order to solve it? (draw a diagram, organize a chart, list the “knowns”
and “unknowns”, define a variable or write a “let”statement) What are
some of the differences between a real-life solution and an algebraic
solution? |
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Learning Objectives: Be able to factor integers and polynomials Be able to use factoring to solve quadratic
equations Be able to use factoring to solve quadratic word
problems |
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Skills: Greatest common factor Properties of exponents (dividing same bases) Equation transformations Word problem translation Factor difference of perfect squares Factor perfect square trinomials Factor general trinomials Zero product property |
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Instructional Strategies
& Activities: Note taking Group work/cooperative learning Reflection and Self-Assessment Solution Sharing Independent Practice Competitive Review Games |
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Materials Utilized: Textbook Teacher generated worksheets Calculators (basic, scientific and
graphing) Games (review, competitive practice,
strategy games, logic etc) |
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Assessment Strategies: Discussion Daily class performance Openers/warm-ups Portfolios Tests and quizzes Enrichment Problems (optional Challenges problems
on HW, Bonus Questions on tests, 3 level of tests
from which the students may choose) Daily homework/Error analysis |